Two innovative medical technology companies based in Kitchener, Vena Medical and Aetonix, are set to accelerate their growth and development following a significant injection of federal and provincial funding aimed at boosting Canada's healthcare innovati
A U.S. physician is pioneering AI training to handle clinical responsibilities, driving significant commercial expansion in the healthcare technology sector as startups like Mercor lead innovation.
A Windsor-Essex digital health company is launching new initiatives to increase access to healthcare services, leveraging technology to address gaps in the medical system.
An electric eye mask with five temperature settings and infrared heat technology provides a convenient solution for chronic dry eye sufferers, as recommended by ophthalmologists.
The QEII Foundation in Nova Scotia is allocating $3.8 million for a da Vinci Xi surgical robot at the QEII Health Sciences Centre in Halifax, enhancing surgical capabilities.
TekniPlex Healthcare will present its integrated CDMO capabilities and sustainable materials science solutions at MD&M West 2026, highlighting medical device development and eco-friendly packaging.
Royal Philips has been recognized as a Clarivate Top 100 Global Innovator for the 13th consecutive year, ranking as the highest medical technology company on the 2026 list.
Winnipeg's Health Sciences Centre reveals groundbreaking, minimally invasive neurosurgery equipment for brain tumour patients, marking a major advancement in Manitoba healthcare.
HealthNewsLab introduces Canada's first at-home semen analysis kit, offering private fertility testing. Learn how this innovation could change reproductive health.
Medical device giant Boston Scientific strengthens its cardiovascular portfolio with a massive $14.5 billion acquisition of Penumbra. Learn the details and strategic impact of this major healthcare deal.
A new mail-in semen analysis kit, a first for Canada, offers private fertility testing from home. Learn how this innovation from HealthNewsOntario is changing reproductive health.
A Calgary family is raising US$32,000 to buy a Trexo robotic gait trainer for their four-year-old daughter, Aryah. The device could transform her mobility and independence.
Montreal's Azimut Medical has created innovative inflatable pants that deploy upon a fall to protect hips. This breakthrough in senior safety could reduce fracture rates. Learn about this Canadian medical technology.
Health Canada issues a recall for specific FreeStyle Libre 3 Plus sensors due to potential for incorrect glucose readings. Patients advised to check lot numbers immediately.
A medical team from London, Ontario, is using 3D printing to create custom fixators for severe bone fractures in Gaza. This innovative approach offers critical care where resources are scarce.
Philips expands commercial availability of its LumiGuide system, the world's first real-time AI-enabled, light-based 3D navigation for image-guided therapy, aiming to reduce radiation exposure.
Royal Philips unveils Verida, the world's first detector-based spectral CT fully powered by AI, advancing diagnostic precision with superior image quality and reduced radiation dose.
Royal Philips introduces BlueSeal Horizon, the industry's first helium-free 3.0T MRI platform with advanced AI capabilities, revolutionizing medical imaging technology.
Royal Philips launches Image Management 15, a web-based diagnostic viewer enabling radiologists to securely access and interpret medical images from anywhere, streamlining workflows.
A Surrey man makes medical history as Canada's first recipient of an electrical device implant for chronic pain relief. Learn about this groundbreaking treatment.
A medical alert pendant proved lifesaving for a Barrie woman who fell in her apartment. Discover how this technology provides security for seniors living independently.
London's Verspeeten Family Cancer Centre introduces groundbreaking AI-assisted radiation therapy that's revolutionizing cancer treatment for patients across the region.
A groundbreaking biomarker test detecting multiple sclerosis activity will be accessible to New Brunswick patients starting 2026. Learn how this innovation will transform MS care.
Toronto's St. Michael's Hospital breaks new ground with remote robotic stroke treatment technology, revolutionizing neurological care access across Canada.
Heidelberg Engineering joins the Collaborative Community on Ophthalmic Innovation through EssilorLuxottica, aiming to accelerate evidence-based innovation in AMD and glaucoma care.
Nova Scotia embraces digital healthcare solutions, breaking down barriers and bringing medical services directly to patients through innovative online platforms and virtual care tools.